Media Planning Supervisor

Media Experts; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media agency in Toronto is seeking a Media Planning Supervisor. You will manage media planning efforts, train junior employees, and build strong client relationships. Candidates should have mid-senior experience in integrated media planning and excellent communication skills. Proficiency with media research and Microsoft Office is essential. This is a full-time position offering a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Mid-Senior level experience in integrated media planning.
• Proficient in presenting and public speaking.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and presentation of media plans.
• Communicate effectively with account leadership.
• Conduct evaluations of media opportunities and trends.
• Build and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Client service

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Education

Background in Marketing or Advertising

Tools

Media research tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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The role of a Media Planning Supervisor is to manage our media planning product through preparing and presenting media plans, proposals, and analysis. The Media Planning Supervisor is also responsible for training and mentoring junior employees.

This role requires you to work as part of an integrated media planning team to ensure the product is grounded in insights and experience, resulting in flawless media executions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, writing and presentation of integrated media plans, proposals and analysis that satisfy client objectives and go beyond the brief.
• Confidently and effectively communicate with the leadership team to address needs of the account (e.g. ensure campaigns launch according to plan, address questions quickly with appropriate client communication, flag concerns, etc.).
• Proactively prepare and present evaluations of media opportunities, media trends and issues of interest to clients.
• Ensure that all media plans adhere to the agency's values, philosophies, and processes.
• Maintain the media plan and regularly evaluate the campaign performance.
• Effectively manage ongoing client expectations in regards to work back schedule, and deadlines.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and respectful partner relationships.
• Oversee the administration and maintenance of the buy.
• Oversee team members in preparing and maintaining accurate and client finance reports and budget control reporting (BCRs).
• Provide ongoing actionable feedback and training to direct reports in order to ensure performance and development goals are achieved.
• Proactively contribute to and/or prepare media Point Of Views (POVs).
• Contribute to the improvement of overall product and image and making recommendations where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Professional or educational background in Marketing and/or Advertising would give leverage to this application.
• Mid-Senior level of experience in integrated media planning.
• Ability to develop positive on-going business relationships with a focus on client service.
• Ability to build solid internal relationships and partnerships.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively apply knowledge and insights gained from research resources to media planning.
• Experience with presenting.
• Proactive approach to problem solving, supporting the team, self-development, etc.
• Proficiency with media research tools (e.g. Clear Decisions, Vividata, Neilson), and media tools (e.g. Prisma) would give leverage to this application.
• Curiosity, with a passion for continuous development.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Highly developed organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently.
• Ability to develop and foster relationships with media partners.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Ability to travel as required.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Advertising

Industries

• Advertising Services